This is your chance to join a fast-paced, rapidly growing organization in the software industry. Harris is seeking experienced finance professionals to join our team in the capacity of Assistant Controller.
As the Assistant Controller you will be a key member of the Harris Finance team assisting a Controller with a wide range of finance and accounting functions related to the business operations as well as to our ongoing acquisition activity.
Harris reports under IFRS. Our parent company, Constellation Software Inc., is based in Toronto, Canada, and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
The role can be based in our Ottawa office or remotely within Canada. Some limited travel may be required.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Review complex revenue recognition for software contracts which are accounted for under IFRS 15, including regular review of WIP schedules
Help integrate any new acquisitions into the finance group
Help implement new accounting standards and resolve accounting matters through independent research, discussion and collaboration in areas such as revenue recognition and acquisition accounting
Review variance analysis (actuals to forecast and prior period) ranging from a level of across all of Harris, specific verticals, or specific business units
Review account reconciliations
Provide coaching and mentoring to accounting staff
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or accounting
4+ years of experience in an accounting or finance environment
Completed or working towards a CPA designation
Experience with complex revenue recognition
Experience with IFRS reporting framework
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT
Experience with project accounting (% complete) and software revenue recognition
CPA designation
Formal or informal people management experience
Public accounting experience
What We Offer
Culture for Growth
Top Notch Employee Health & Well Being Benefit
Every Voice Matters
Global Reach
Careers with Purpose
World Class Career Development Programs
Focus On Sustainability
Flexible work options
Large finance team centralized in Ottawa (150+ people) with significant opportunity for advancement
Compensation Details
The potential salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 per year, with eligibility for bonus or merit program. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. We offer a competitive Total Rewards program including health benefits, RRSP matching, stock option, and career development opportunities.
ABOUT US
Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities, and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
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